1981 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Justy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Justy weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Justy (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Panda | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Justy |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |