1991 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
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, 1991 Holden Barina (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2005 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Barina | Agila |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2370 mm |
