1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 92 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Giulia | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
