1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 110 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2250 mm |
