1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Abarth | Tata |
| Model | 1000 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
