2009 Tata Indica vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 18 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 141 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
