1977 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Honda Accord 2010 Smart ForTwo
Make Honda Smart
Model Accord ForTwo
Year Released 1977 2010
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1602 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 80 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 2695 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 1867 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 33 L


 

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