1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 560 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 500 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |
