2001 Tata Indica vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica.
Because 1961 Toyota Corona 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 1961 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1961 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
