1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 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 1959 Cadillac 62. 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Holden Barina | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | 62 | Barina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2250 mm |