1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Tata Indica
To start off, 1999 Tata Indica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Indica weights approximately 216 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fiesta | Indica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
