1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Indica |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |