1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Barina weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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, 2003 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2003 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Festiva | Barina |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |