1976 Nissan Bluebird 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 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Bluebird | Indica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
