1971 Austin 3 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 485 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | 3 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
