1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 135 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2250 mm |
