2000 Renault Twingo vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Twingo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo. 1987 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Twingo | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Twingo | Barina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2250 mm |
