1985 Fiat 126 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 992 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat 126 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
