1992 Holden Barina vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Barina | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
