1972 Mitsubishi Minica 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 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica 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 52 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
Model | Minica | Indigo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
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 | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |