1962 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 1962 AC Cobra 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 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | AC | Tata |
| Model | Cobra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
