2004 Subaru Baja vs. 1958 Subaru 360
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360. 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 1958 Subaru 360. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 1958 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Baja | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
