1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. Both 1974 Fiat 131 and 1998 Subaru Justy are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 131. 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, 1974 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 131 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
