1991 Holden Barina vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. Both 1991 Holden Barina and 1970 Honda 1300 are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Barina | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2200 mm |
