1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Excel | Indica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
