1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Justy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Justy (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
