1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Falcon weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Falcon | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Falcon | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
