1982 Ford Meteor vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Meteor | Indica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
