1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is newer by 37 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Escort | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 33 L |
