1975 Simca 1301 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 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 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 8 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Tata Indica (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | 1301 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
