1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Smart ForFour (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | 616 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
