2004 Tata Indigo vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Indigo weights approximately 48 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Tata Indigo, 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, 1975 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Indigo | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
