2001 Tata Indica vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 22 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 59 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
