1974 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 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 RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-2 | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | RX-2 | Smart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1810 mm |
