2003 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Indigo | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | Indigo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
