1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade 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 (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 279 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Charade | Indica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
