1988 Holden Barina vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2340 mm |
