2009 Tata Indica vs. 1972 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Stag (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Stag weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Triumph Stag is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Triumph Stag. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Triumph Stag (193 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Stag will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1972 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Tata | Triumph |
| Model | Indica | Stag |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
