1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 2000 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
