1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Porsche 356 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 356 | Indica |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 37 L |