1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Prefect 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:
1955 Ford Prefect | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Prefect | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1955 | 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 | 31 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1870 mm |