2003 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Musa weights approximately 324 kg more than 2003 Tata Indigo. 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, 2011 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Indigo | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Tata | Lancia |
| Model | Indigo | Musa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
