1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Aspen | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
