1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2002 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Indigo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
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 Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Pony | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
