2001 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, both 2001 Holden Barina and 2001 Mazda Roadster were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Barina | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Barina | Roadster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |