1973 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | Touring | Indigo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |