1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | 110 S | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 696 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |
