2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 86 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1986 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Smart | Holden |
| Model | ForTwo | Barina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2250 mm |
