1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
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1996 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Subaru | Tata |
Model | Impreza | Indica |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |