1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Prelude | ForFour |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |