1988 Peugeot 309 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 309 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 309 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
