1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1971 Nissan Skyline 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 1971 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1971 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Skyline | Indica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
