2003 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 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), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight.

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 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Insight 2010 Tata Indigo
Make Honda Tata
Model Insight Indigo
Year Released 2003 2010
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 85 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 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 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2460 mm