1996 Tata E220 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tata E220 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Tata E220 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | E220 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
