1979 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Granada | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
