1960 Ford Anglia vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Anglia weights approximately 7 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
Because 1960 Ford Anglia 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 1960 Ford Anglia. 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, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia. 1988 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Anglia | Barina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2250 mm |
