1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Zodiac | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
