1975 Honda Life vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Life | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Life | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 33 L |
