2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 755 kg more than 2002 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Civic 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 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |