1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 972 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Galaxie | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |
