2007 Subaru Justy vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Subaru Justy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Justy (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Subaru Justy.
Because 2007 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Mazda 626 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Justy. 1978 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Justy | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Justy | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
