1981 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 Morgan 4 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 1981 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Morgan 4 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Morgan | Tata |
| Model | 4 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
