1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 160 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.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Celica | Indica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
