1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2006 Tata Indica

To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Tata Indica.

Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Land Rover 109 2006 Tata Indica
Make Land Rover Tata
Model 109 Indica
Year Released 1958 2006
Engine Size 2285 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 85 HP
Torque 157 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 2070 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2410 mm


 

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