1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indigo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound 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 AC Greyhound. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
Make | AC | Tata |
Model | Greyhound | Indigo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |