1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | Luce | ForFour |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |