1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Justy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 145 | Justy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
