1952 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart Roadster (81 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Consul | Roadster |
Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |