2006 Smart Roadster vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 696 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart Roadster (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Vivio, 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart Roadster | 1999 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
