1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Prelude | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |