1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1998 Subaru Justy (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
