1999 Honda Insight 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 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Insight | Indica |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |