1996 Subaru Vivio 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 Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Vivio | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Subaru | Tata |
| Model | Vivio | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
