1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Familia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Familia | Barina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2250 mm |
