2009 Tata Indica vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Tata | Hyundai |
| Model | Indica | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
