1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 1991 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1991 Holden Barina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 600 | Barina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |