1966 Renault 8 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Renault 8 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 1966 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 8 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
