1956 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 188 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Escort 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 1956 Ford Escort. 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, 2011 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Indica |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 37 L |