1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Tata Indica
To start off, 1999 Tata Indica is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Tata Indica.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1999 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 40 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
