1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 655 kg more than 1990 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | Barina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2250 mm |
