1986 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Opel Corsa 2011 Tata Indigo
Make Opel Tata
Model Corsa Indigo
Year Released 1986 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 61 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 770 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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