1993 Holden Barina vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504 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 1968 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Barina | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Barina | 504 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |