1983 Opel Monza vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1983 Opel Monza (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Monza | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Monza | Indica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
