1970 Rover 3.5 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover 3.5 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 Rover 3.5. 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, 1970 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 1970 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Rover 3.5 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Rover | Tata |
Model | 3.5 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |