1991 Alpina B 12 vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1991 Alpina B 12 and 1991 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
Because 1991 Alpina B 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Alpina B 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm). This means 1991 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 1991 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpina B 12 | 1991 Holden Barina | |
Make | Alpina | Holden |
Model | B 12 | Barina |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 102 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |