1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 1998 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Indica weights approximately 414 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Indica (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1998 Tata Indica | |
Make | Abarth | Tata |
Model | 850 | Indica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |