1959 Alvis TD 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 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Alvis | Tata |
| Model | TD | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
