1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Because 1968 Ford 12 M 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 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 12 M | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | 12 M | Indigo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |