1956 Morris Minor vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor 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 128 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 790 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. 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 1956 Morris Minor. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | Baja |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2660 mm |
