1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 540 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 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Berline | Barina |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2250 mm |
