1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
Make | Morgan | Tata |
Model | Plus 4 | Indica |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |