1971 Porsche 914 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 675 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Porsche 914 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 914 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
