2009 Tata Indica vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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 12 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 225 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Tata | Triumph |
| Model | Indica | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
