1956 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 845 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. 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 1956 Ford Popular. 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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Popular | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Popular | Baja |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
