1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina.
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, 1989 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 1989 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Seicento | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Seicento | Barina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2250 mm |
