1949 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Minor 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Morris | Tata |
Model | Minor | Indigo |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2460 mm |