1999 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2006 Smart Roadster has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Civic | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
