1985 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 100 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
