1994 Holden Nova vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (81 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Nova | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Nova | Indica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
