1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Hyundai | Tata |
Model | Lantra | Indigo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |