1996 Audi A4 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 A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A4 | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
