1999 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Subaru Legacy 2009 Tata Indica
Make Subaru Tata
Model Legacy Indica
Year Released 1999 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2410 mm


 

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