1992 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Bantam weights approximately 198 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.
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, 2011 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Barina | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
