1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Alfasud | Indica |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |