1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Familia | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
