1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Justy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 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 44 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Justy weights approximately 285 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 126. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
