1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 53 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 446 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Tempra | Baja |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
