1958 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor 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 127 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 790 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. 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 1958 Morris Minor. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Minor | Baja |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
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 | 163 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
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 |