1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Cherry | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
