1994 Holden Barina vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 675 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2625 mm |
