2009 Tata Indica vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 12 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 249 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
