1991 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Rover 400 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 400 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
