1988 Holden Barina vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
Because 1960 Riley 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Riley |
| Model | Barina | 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2530 mm |
