1998 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 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, 1998 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
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 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Indica | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Tata | Daihatsu |
| Model | Indica | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
