1977 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Civic | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
