1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 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 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 210 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Pony | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
