1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 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, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | 616 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
