1972 Renault 15 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 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. 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 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 15 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
