1970 Renault 12 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 12 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 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 12. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 12 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 12 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 37 L |
