1993 Holden Barina vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1993 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Holden | Smart |
| Model | Barina | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
