1972 Renault 12 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 12 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 12 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
