1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 1998 Tata Indica is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 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 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1998 Tata Indica | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 40 | Indica |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |