2005 Smart ForFour vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy 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, 2005 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForFour | Justy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |