2007 Tata Indigo vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
