1966 Fiat 850 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 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 26 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Barina weights approximately 4 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 850 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 Fiat 850. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 850 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 850 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2250 mm |
