1957 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 1957 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Rover P4 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | P4 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
