1999 Kia Retona vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Retona | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
