1966 Wartburg 312 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 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Wartburg | Tata |
| Model | 312 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
