1981 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 80 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
