2009 Tata Indica vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 699 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 1969 Toyota Century 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 1969 Toyota Century. 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, 1969 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
