1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Taft | Indica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
