1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fairlane | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
