2009 Tata Indica vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 35 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Tata | Wartburg |
| Model | Indica | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
