1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Beta | Indica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
