1996 Venturi 400 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi 400 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Venturi | Tata |
Model | 400 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 286 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |