1979 Subaru Leone vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Justy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Justy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Justy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
