2009 Tata Indica vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 1955 Toyota Crown 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 1955 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, 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 Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |