1999 Ford O21 C vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford O21 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford O21 C (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford O21 C should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford O21 C (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford O21 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1999 Ford O21 C has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford O21 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | O21 C | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 37 L |
