1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta 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 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Buick Invicta | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Invicta | Indigo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |