2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Justy weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | Justy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
