1949 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | 16 | Indica |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |