1970 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2002 Holden Barina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Barina weights approximately 277 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Ford Escort 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1970 Ford Escort (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Barina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
