1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2250 mm |
