2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Justy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
