1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1987 Holden Barina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 70 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2250 mm |
