1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 929 | 2005 MCC Smart | |
Make | Mazda | MCC |
Model | 929 | Smart |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |