2004 Smart ForFour vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru XT weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT 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, 1990 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForFour | XT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
