1954 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular.
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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Popular | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1870 mm |