1968 Simca 1000 vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 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 29 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Justy weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1000. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1000 | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
