2006 Tata Indica vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 640 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Tata | Wartburg |
| Model | Indica | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
