2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Indica weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Tata Indica (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Smart | Tata |
| Model | ForTwo | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2410 mm |
