2009 Tata Indigo vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indigo | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Tata | Wartburg |
Model | Indigo | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1403 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |