1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | 401 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
