1972 Ford Galaxie vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Galaxie | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Galaxie | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 33 L |