2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1998 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 9 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 285 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 2007 Fiat Idea. 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1998 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Idea | Justy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
