1962 Volvo 220 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 220 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | 220 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
