1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Zodiac | Indigo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |