1978 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indica |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |