2011 Tata Indica vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Indica | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Tata | Holden |
| Model | Indica | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
