1975 Ford Torino vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 830 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Torino | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 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 | 1650 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 33 L |
