1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corona | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Corona | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1707 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
