1962 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 750 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
