2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 101 kg more than 1998 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Justy |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |