1996 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Ka | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
