1978 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Rabbit | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1457 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
