1981 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 80 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
