1965 MG MGB vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 234 kg more than 1965 MG MGB.
Because 1965 MG MGB 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 1965 MG MGB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1965 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGB | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | MG | Tata |
| Model | MGB | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
