1975 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 315 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 5 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
