1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Tata Indica
To start off, 2002 Tata Indica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Indica weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Minica | Indica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
