1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2011 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Charade | Indigo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |