1996 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 730 kg |
