1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 421 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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, 2006 Tata Indica (115 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang. 1966 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Mustang | Indica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
