1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Barina weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Holden Barina (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 133 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
