2002 Honda Vamos 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 Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vamos (149 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Vamos | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 37 L |
