1992 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Civic | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
