1994 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Civic | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
