2009 Tata Indica vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 353 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Tata | Wartburg |
| Model | Indica | 353 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| 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 | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 43 L |
