1968 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Tata Indica
To start off, 2003 Tata Indica is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Indica weights approximately 59 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2003 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
