1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 110 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
