1978 Seat 124 vs. 2007 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Justy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Justy (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Justy weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2007 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
