2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Indica weights approximately 78 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 1998 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Sirion | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
