1972 Honda Life vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Life | Indica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
