1974 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. Both 1974 Ford Cortina and 1991 Holden Barina are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
Because 1974 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Cortina | 1991 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Cortina | Barina |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |