1990 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 21 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Barina | 159 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2710 mm |
