2012 Tata Indigo vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 1978 Holden Sunbird 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 Sunbird. 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 1978 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Indigo | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Tata | Holden |
| Model | Indigo | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
