1951 Austin A vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A.
Because 1951 Austin A 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 1951 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
