1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Holden Barina
To start off, 2004 Holden Barina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Barina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina. 2004 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2004 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Cortina | Barina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
