1964 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Princess | Indica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
