2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Smart | Tata |
Model | ForFour | Indica |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |