1998 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Justy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Justy (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Because 2005 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Justy. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Justy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
