1964 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Publica | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Publica | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
