2007 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2000 Tata Indica. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2000 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
