1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 70 | Indica |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 37 L |