1974 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Ascona | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Ascona | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
