2009 Tata Indica vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica 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 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |