1956 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 1956 Austin Princess 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 1956 Austin Princess. 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | Princess | Indigo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2460 mm |