2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 314 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra, 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, 1993 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1993 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 1993 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Smart | Honda |
| Model | ForTwo | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2560 mm |
