1998 Tata Indica vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. Both 1998 Tata Indica and 2007 Tata Indigo are equipped with a 1,405 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. 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, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Indica | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indica | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
