1968 Ford Zephyr 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 Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Zephyr | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
