1955 Ford Popular vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Popular | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Popular | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1820 mm |