1958 Lotus Elite vs. 1993 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1993 Subaru Justy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Justy weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Because 1958 Lotus Elite 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 1958 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Justy, 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, 1958 Lotus Elite (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 1993 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elite | Justy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
