1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | Octavia | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
