1984 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Indigo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 2004 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Montego | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
