1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | AC | Tata |
| Model | 428 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
