1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | 100 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2250 mm |
