1998 Mazda Midge vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Midge. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Midge weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda Midge (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Midge | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | Midge | ForFour |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |