1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 395 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | 7 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
