1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1985 Holden Barina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 269 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfasud | Barina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2250 mm |
