1966 NSU 1000 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | NSU | Tata |
| Model | 1000 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |
