2012 Tata Indica vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2004 Proton Impian has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Proton Impian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Indica | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Tata | Proton |
| Model | Indica | Impian |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
