2001 Holden Barina vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 2001 Holden Barina is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Barina weights approximately 195 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Because 1954 Triumph TR2 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 1954 Triumph TR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1954 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Barina | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Barina | TR2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2250 mm |
