1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1993 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1993 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 135 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
