1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 480 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 60 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
