Subaru Justy I (KAD) 1000 4WD (KAD-A) (5 dr) (50 Hp)


Subaru Justy:

The Subaru Justy is a subcompact hatchback manufactured and marketed by Subaru for model years 1984-1994. The company has marketed a rebadged variant Daihatsu Boon , at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show with a 1. 0 or 1. 2-litre straight-three engine, front/four wheel drive, electronically controlled continuously variable transaxle, or a 5-speed manual transaxle. For the 2010 model year, the Justy was replaced with the Subaru Trezia. The Justy nameplate was revived in November 2016 as a rebadged Toyota Tank and its twin counterpart the Toyota Roomy and Daihatsu Thor....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (KAD) Overview:

Subaru Justy (I (KAD)). With 76 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.5 l/100km). Weighing only 825 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.3 s). The top speed reaches 140 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (74 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 13.8 sec).
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 8 L/100 km for its class.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (158 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (KAD): 1987 - 1995).

General:
Brand:Subaru
Model:Justy
Generation:I (KAD)
Modification (Engine):1000 4WD (KAD-A) (5 dr) (50 Hp)
Start of production:1990
End of production:1994
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:50 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:50.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation]
Torque:76 Nm @ 3600 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:J10 More details about the engine J10
Engine displacement:997
Number of cylinders:3
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:2.8 l
Coolant:4.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:78 mm mm
Piston Stroke:69.6 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:7.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.5 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:17.3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:17.3 sec
Maximum speed:140 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:16.5 kg/Hp, 60.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:10.9 kg/Nm, 92.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:16.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:825
Max. weight:1250
Max load:425
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1000 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:158 l
Fuel tank capacity:35 l
Size:
Length:3695 mm mm
Width:1535 mm mm
Height:1420 mm mm
Wheelbase:2285 mm mm
Front track:1330 mm
Rear (Back) track:1290 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.8 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size145/80 R12 S
Front suspensionSpring Strut
Rear suspensionWishbone

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