1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | 1301 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
