2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 480 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Tata | Chrysler |
| Model | Indica | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
