1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. 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, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1100 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
