1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | 616 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1820 mm |