1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 1971 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Vega | Indica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
