1996 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A3 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
