1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 1 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
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, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Vivace | 1988 Holden Barina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Vivace | Barina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2250 mm |