1969 Toyota Century vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Because 1969 Toyota Century 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 1969 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1969 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Toyota Century | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Century | Indica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2980 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
