1991 Holden Barina vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
Because 1959 Vauxhall Victor 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 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1959 Vauxhall Victor (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Barina | Victor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2500 mm |
