1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | Luce | ForFour |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |