1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 154 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Bel Air | Baja |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
