1961 AC Ace vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2002 Tata Indigo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Indigo weights approximately 207 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Because 1961 AC Ace 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 1961 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | AC | Tata |
| Model | Ace | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
