1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude 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, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Prelude | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
