1998 Tata Indica vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 11 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. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Indica weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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, 1998 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Indica | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | iQ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
