1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Familia | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 799 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1820 mm |
