1990 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 18 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 670 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Barina | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2642 mm |
