1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Cortina | Indigo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |