1970 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Ascona | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Ascona | Indica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
