1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Justy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 90 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
