1958 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 575 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 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. 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 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Rover P5 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Rover | Tata |
Model | P5 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |