1994 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 1994 Austin Montego (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Austin Montego | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Austin | Tata |
| Model | Montego | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 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 | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
