2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | 1400 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1405 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
