1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2000 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Tata Indica.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Ascona | 2000 Tata Indica | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Ascona | Indica |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |