1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Fairlane 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 1985 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica, 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, 1985 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fairlane | Indica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
