1976 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
