1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 30 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), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fiesta | Indica |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |