1977 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 35 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2012 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 2012 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Accord | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |