1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 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, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | 929 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
