1973 Volvo 164 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 164 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Volvo 164 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 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volvo 164 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | 164 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
