1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 159 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Cortina | Roadster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |