1975 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Tata Indica (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Capri | Indica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
