1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Falcon 2007 Tata Indigo
Make Ford Tata
Model Falcon Indigo
Year Released 1970 2007
Engine Size 5763 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 482 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2460 mm