1965 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Because 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | 1600 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
