2012 Tata Sumo vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 1991 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Sumo | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Tata | Holden |
| Model | Sumo | Barina |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4258 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1726 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2425 mm | 2370 mm |
