2009 Tata Indica vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,678 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 135 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
