1972 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Granada | ForFour |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |