1988 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 370 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Barina | 206 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2430 mm |
