1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Cortina | Indica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 37 L |
