1957 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.
Because 1957 Ford Consul 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Consul | Indigo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |