2007 Tata Indica vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1401 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
