1975 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Taft | Indigo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |