1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 362 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Prefect | Indigo |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |