1958 Rover P4 vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Because 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Rover P4 | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | P4 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 37 L |
