1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Smart Fortwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Odyssey | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
