1975 Ford Torino vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 765 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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 Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Torino | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 35 L |
