1990 Holden Barina vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Barina weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. 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, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Holden | Trabant |
| Model | Barina | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2030 mm |
