1999 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 201 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Kia | Tata |
| Model | Rio | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
