1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Maverick | Roadster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |