2001 Lada Samara II 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 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II.
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 Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Samara II | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
