1977 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Capri 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 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo, 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, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Capri | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
