1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 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 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | A 90 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
