1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,182 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
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, 2003 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 12 M | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | 12 M | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
