1959 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Popular | Baja |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |