1975 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 32 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), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Capri | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
