1970 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 154 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 37 L |
