1998 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
