1996 Honda Today vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Today | Indica |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |