1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 38 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), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 535 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Minica | Indica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
