2009 Tata Indica vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica 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 1962 Toyota Publica. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
