1977 Lada 1200 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 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 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 8 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lada 1200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lada 1200. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lada 1200 | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
