1996 Subaru Justy vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1996 Subaru Justy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Justy (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Justy weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Subaru 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Justy (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Justy | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Justy | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1780 mm |
