2007 Tata Indigo vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Velox 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 1962 Vauxhall Velox. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
| Model | Indigo | Velox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |
