1970 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Zephyr (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Zephyr | Indica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
