1970 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1970 Ford Zephyr 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 1970 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1970 Ford Zephyr (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Zephyr | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
