1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2000 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Indica weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Minica | Indica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
