1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 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 10 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
Because 1961 Fiat 1500 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 1961 Fiat 1500. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500. 1988 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1500 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:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1500 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2250 mm |
