1974 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Capri | Indica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
