1996 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Sonata | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
