2003 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Insight | Indica |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |