1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Fellow | Indica |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |