2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 1997 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 276 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 1997 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Fabia | Justy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
