1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Barina weights approximately 28 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2003 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Capri | Barina |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
