1972 Subaru R-2 vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 1996 Tata E220 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tata E220 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1972 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Subaru R-2 | 1996 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Subaru | Tata |
| Model | R-2 | E220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2810 mm |
