1996 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 71 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 200 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
