1999 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 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. Both 1999 Honda Civic and 2011 Smart ForTwo are equipped with a 1,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 20 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, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Civic | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 92 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1867 mm |