2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Indica weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Smart Roadster | 2000 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Smart | Tata |
| Model | Roadster | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
