1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 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, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Concerto | Barina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2250 mm |
