1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 664 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfasud | Baja |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
