1978 Skoda L 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 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | L | Indica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
