1959 Berkeley B vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 649 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Tata |
| Model | B | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |
