1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | 7 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
