2009 Tata Indica vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2009 Tata Indica and 1970 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,405 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 Carina. 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, both vehicles can yield 115 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
