2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2250 mm |
