1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava 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 88 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 403 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. 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 1996 Fiat Brava. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Brava | Baja |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
