1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 899 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 1967 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1985 Holden Barina | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | 3-Litre | Barina |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2250 mm |