1996 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
