1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Barina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1990 Holden Barina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Giulia | Barina |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2250 mm |