2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Smart | Kia |
| Model | ForTwo | Joice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 798 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2730 mm |
