1994 Holden Barina vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (73 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Holden Barina (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Barina | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Barina | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |