1979 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2011 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Taft | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Taft | Indica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 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 | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
