1989 Holden Barina vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia 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 1969 Mazda Familia. 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, 1989 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2200 mm |
