1968 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 33 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Escort | ForFour |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |