1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 496 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | AMC | Tata |
| Model | Ambassador | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
