1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster.
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 Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Zephyr | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 888 kg |
| 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 | 41 L | 35 L |
