1977 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 710 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Indica 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 2006 Tata Indica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Accord | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
