1978 Holden GTS vs. 2010 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Holden GTS 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 1978 Holden GTS. 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Holden GTS 2010 Tata Indigo
Make Holden Tata
Model GTS Indigo
Year Released 1978 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4141 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4550 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2460 mm


 

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