1977 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 93 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Escort 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 Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
