1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1989 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Holden Barina | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Alfasud | Barina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2250 mm |