1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Justy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Justy. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Justy weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2008 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Justy. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Justy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
