1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Holden Barina
To start off, 1992 Holden Barina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 339 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
Because 1956 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1956 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina. 1992 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1992 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Vedette | Barina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
