1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Minica | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
