1990 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 16 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 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 376 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Barina | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2470 mm |
