1982 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri.
Because 1982 Ford Capri 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 1982 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Capri | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Capri | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
