1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 1300 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
