1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1998 Subaru Justy are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. 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 1975 Lancia Beta. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | Justy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 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 | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
