1977 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
