1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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 Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Luce | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
