1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Spider | Indica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
