1985 Holden Barina vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 1986 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Morgan 4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Morgan 4 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 1986 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1986 Morgan 4 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Barina | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Barina | 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2450 mm |