1990 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 235 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.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Barina | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2510 mm |
