1990 Holden Barina vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Barina | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2460 mm |
