1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 Chevrolet Corvair. 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 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Corvair | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
