1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Taft | Indica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
