1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 310 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 1979 Lancia Beta 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 1979 Lancia Beta. 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 1991 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Beta | Barina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2250 mm |
