2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Justy (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Because 2006 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Idea. 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Idea | Justy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
