1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
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 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Pony | Indica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
