From a sefety perspective, don't worry too much about engine size. The two most important factors, in my opinion, regarding safe towing is:
How fast can you stop.
Will the tail wag the dog.
The worst case braking scenario I continue to mention is:
1. downhill
2. 90+ degree turn
3. off camber
4. loose gravel on a paved surface (marbles)
5. blind corner
6. just out of sight are a couple of cows on the road.
This can all be compensated for by driving slow enough. Plan ahead. If you plan for the worst then you will be pleasantly surprised when it does not happen.
The ability of the tail (TM) to wag the dog (TV) is a function of, among other things:
1. wheel base of the TV, longer is better
2. distance from tow ball to rear axle of the TV, shorter is better
TMs are designed to not require anti-sway equipment.
A WD hitch is mandatory with small TVs. I assume (big mistake) that a WD hitch will compensate for a very short wheel base and/or a very long axle to tow ball distance.
Maybe I confused myself regarding tow ball to axle distance. I think shorter is better. Zero being the best, as with a 5h wheel. But it is late and I may have confused myself.
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