1963 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 425 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Publica 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 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica, 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, 2010 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Toyota Publica | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Publica | Indica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
