2007 Tata Indigo vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 29 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
