1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Justy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Justy. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Justy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 2005 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Subaru Justy (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
