2009 Tata Indica vs. 1981 Toyota Celica

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 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 1981 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica
Make Tata Toyota
Model Indica Celica
Year Released 2009 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2620 mm


 

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