1982 Daihatsu Taft vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Taft. (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Taft.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Taft | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Taft | Indica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2764 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
