1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1989 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 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina. 1989 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 90 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2250 mm |
