1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Tata |
| Model | Mini | Indica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
