1973 Honda Z vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Z | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 37 L |
