2009 Tata B-Line vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata B-Line is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata B-Line (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata B-Line should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata B-Line, 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, 2009 Tata B-Line (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata B-Line will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata B-Line | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | B-Line | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
