1973 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 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, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | 929 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |
