2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Justy. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Justy weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2001 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S-MX | Justy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
