1968 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Escort | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 150 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 Weight | 805 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |