1990 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 316 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
