1995 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Retona | Indica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
