1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Holden | Tata |
Model | Kingswood | Indigo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |