1973 Peugeot 304 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 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 304 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 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Peugeot 304 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 304 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
