1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | Ponton | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
