1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 243 kg more than 2000 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Cortina | Roadster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |