1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 1998 Tata Indica is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 467 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daimler | Tata |
| Model | Conquest | Indica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
