1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | RX-2 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1870 mm |
