1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fairlane | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 Length | 5020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
