1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1954 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Zephyr | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 22 L |
