1977 Seat 124 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 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Seat 124 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Seat 124 (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Seat | Tata |
| Model | 124 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
