1999 Proton Persona vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Proton Persona. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Persona | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | Persona | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
