1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indica weights approximately 25 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1968 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Bluebird | Indica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
