1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nova | Indigo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |