1999 Proton Tiara vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Proton Tiara. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Tiara | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | Tiara | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
