2009 Tata Indica vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Tata | Triumph |
| Model | Indica | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |
