1977 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 36 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 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 2013 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Accord | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 33 L |
