1996 Peugeot 106 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 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 106 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
