1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler Newport 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 1971 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Newport | Barina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2250 mm |
