2007 Tata Indica vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica.
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, 2007 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
| Model | Indica | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
