1973 Renault 12 vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Justy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 12 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Justy (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 12 | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 12 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
