1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Justy weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Justy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2270 mm |
