1989 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 223 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Barina | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2310 mm |
