1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 1990 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfetta | Barina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2250 mm |
