1999 Honda Insight vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 1 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, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Indica weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 1998 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Insight | Indica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |