1989 Holden Barina vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Marcos 1800 weights approximately 40 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.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 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 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Barina | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2280 mm |
