2001 Tata Indica vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Indica weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica. 1979 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Tata | Subaru |
| Model | Indica | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
