1990 Holden Barina vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Familia weights approximately 74 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Barina | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Barina | Familia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2270 mm |