1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 70 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| 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 | 66 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 37 L |
