1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Corsair | Roadster |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |