2005 Tata Indigo vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1982 Toyota Carina (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Indigo | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indigo | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |