2006 Tata Indica vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 1974 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
