1979 Bitter SC 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 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 224 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Bitter | Subaru |
Model | SC | Baja |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |