2001 Holden Barina vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Holden Barina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Barina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Barina | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
