1972 Maserati Indy vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Maserati Indy 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 1972 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Indy | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Maserati | Tata |
| Model | Indy | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 289 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
