1979 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2003 Tata Indigo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Indigo (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Indigo weights approximately 116 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2003 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Indigo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |