1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
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, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Holden Barina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Alfasud | Barina |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2250 mm |