1979 Ford LTD vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 956 kg more than 2007 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | LTD | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |