1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Morgan | Tata |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Indica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
