1979 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Celica | Indica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1401 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
