2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 630 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Justy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
