2004 Mini One vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini One would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Mini One.
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, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mini | Tata |
| Model | One | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
