1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 1988 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Alfasud | Barina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2250 mm |
