1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Tata |
| Model | Mini | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
