1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 1974 Buick Centurion 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 1974 Buick Centurion. 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 1974 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Centurion | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
