2009 Tata Indica vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
