1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 1998 Tata Indica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 106 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Concerto | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
