1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Indigo | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
