1980 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic, 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, 1980 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Civic | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 33 L |
