1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant 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 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Charmant | Indica |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |