1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Luce | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
