2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Falcon 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 2001 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Falcon | Indica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
