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Holden Barina MB I 1.3 (67 Hp)
Holden Barina:
The Holden Barina is a subcompact automobile sold between 1985 and 2018 by Holden in Oceania. Each of the six generations have been badge-engineered versions of various General Motors vehicles, namely Suzuki Cultus, Opel Corsa, and Daewoo Kalos. Barina is an Australian aboriginal word meaning "summit".
The first generation MB Barina was launched on 12 February 1985 as a badge-engineered Suzuki Cultus as a five-door hatchback. In the first year of production a "Roadrunner Pack" special model was offered complete with decals showing the Warner Bros. cartoon character. A high-profile marketing campaign featured the slogan Beep beep Barina, a catchphrase that remains in the consciousness of many Australians in the present. The facelifted ML series was released in September 1986, this included a coil sprung rear end replacing the leaf springs of the MB, a revised dashboard, headlights, tailgate and lights, and front grille....(Read more on Wikipedia)
MB I Overview:
Holden Barina (MB I). With 104 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.2 l/100km). Weighing only 710 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (67 hp), ideal for city commuting.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Overall Rating: 3/5
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Holden |
| Model: | Barina |
| Generation: | MB I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (67 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1985 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 67 Hp @ 5300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 50.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 104 Nm @ 3700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G13A |
| Engine displacement: | 1324 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 710 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3685 mm mm |
| Width: | 1545 mm mm |
| Height: | 1365 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1330 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1300 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer, Leaf spring |
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