2001 Honda Z vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Z | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 22 L |
