1990 Holden Barina vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Civic weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1333 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 | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2330 mm |
