2009 Tata Indigo vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 11 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, 1998 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indigo | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
