1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 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 33 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 35 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
Because 1956 Austin A 35 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 1956 Austin A 35. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 35 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2250 mm |
