1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Austin | Tata |
Model | A 40 | Indica |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |