1995 Honda NSX vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 405 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.
Because 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | NSX | ForFour |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |