2007 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Justy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
