1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 1602 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
