1992 Holden Barina vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Indigo weights approximately 234 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
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, 2004 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Barina | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
