1991 Tata Estate vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1991 Tata Estate is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,947 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1991 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Tata Estate | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Estate | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1947 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
