2009 Tata Indica vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 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 48 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Tata | Trabant |
| Model | Indica | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 24 L |
