1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 1 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 1990 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign Nazca has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign Nazca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Italdesign | Holden |
| Model | Nazca | Barina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2250 mm |
