2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 51 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.
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, 2002 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
