1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Publica | Indica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1405 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
