1983 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Honda Civic 2009 Tata Indica
Make Honda Tata
Model Civic Indica
Year Released 1983 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1334 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 785 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 37 L


 

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