1994 Holden Barina vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 140 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.
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, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Barina | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
