1999 Tata Indica vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 394 kg more than 1999 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Indica. 2002 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata Indica | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Tata | Honda |
| Model | Indica | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
