1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Cortina | Indica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 37 L |
