1975 Honda Life vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Justy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,187 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Justy weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Subaru Justy (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Life | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Life | Justy |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2290 mm |