1961 Steyr 500 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 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 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 66 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Steyr 500 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Steyr | Tata |
| Model | 500 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 488 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
