1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1993 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1993 Subaru Justy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Festiva weights approximately 36 kg more than 1993 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 1993 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Festiva | Justy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
