1987 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
