1978 Austin Marina vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Justy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina 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 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Austin Marina weights approximately 17 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Marina. 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, 1978 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Marina | Justy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
