2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1992 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Justy. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Justy weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Justy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1992 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Caterham | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
