1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | 929 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
