1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 775 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1100 | Baja |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |