2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 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 Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Jazz | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
