1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Familia weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Familia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 698 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1820 mm |
