1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 54 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | 616 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |