2001 Tata Indica vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Indica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 1967 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Tata | Triumph |
| Model | Indica | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
