1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 415 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | GTV | Barina |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2250 mm |
