1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 400 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
