2005 Tata Indica vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indica weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Indica | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |