2009 Tata Indica vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 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, 1963 Toyota Crown (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
