1989 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Montego weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica.
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, 1989 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Montego | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
