1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Junior | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
