2000 Mazda Laputa vs. 2000 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2000 Mazda Laputa and 2000 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForFour weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. 2000 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Laputa | 2000 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Laputa | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |
