2004 Mini One vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mini | Tata |
| Model | One | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
