1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 23 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Indigo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fiesta | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
