1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Zephyr (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 294 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Zephyr | Roadster |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |