2009 Tata Indigo vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo, 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 Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
