1994 Holden Barina vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 211 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 Mazda 121 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | 121 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
