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. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 97 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 450 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 (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1867 mm |
