2005 Smart Coupe vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Coupe (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart Coupe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart Coupe (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 1998 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1998 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Coupe | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2320 mm |
