1969 Ford 17 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17.
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, 1969 Ford 17 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford 17 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | 17 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 33 L |