1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica, 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 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Corvette | Indica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
