1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Indigo (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 40 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
