1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 800 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Avanti Avanti 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 1977 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Avanti | Barina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
