1996 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | CRX | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
