1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 1953 Austin A 90. 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 90 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |