1967 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Barina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Corolla | Barina |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
