1977 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 8 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fiesta | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
