2001 Honda Z vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Z | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
