1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda R-100 weights approximately 75 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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda R-100 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda R-100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda R-100 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | R-100 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1820 mm |