2003 Lada 111 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 111 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica.
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, 2011 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 111 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | 111 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
