2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Grande Punto | Justy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
