1976 Mazda RX-2 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 RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda RX-2 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | RX-2 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1820 mm |
