1998 Renault Spider vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Spider | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Spider | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
