1973 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Granada (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1973 Ford Granada (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Granada | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 33 L |
