1972 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2010 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, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Cosmo | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Cosmo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1867 mm |
