2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 545 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 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 156 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
