1999 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Ka | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Ka | Indica |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |