1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 145 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
