1970 Rover 3.5 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover 3.5 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 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1970 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 1970 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Rover 3.5 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 3.5 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
