1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | Luce | Smart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 698 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
