2007 Tata Indica vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1960 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Tata | MG |
| Model | Indica | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
