1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | RX-01 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
