1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo.
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, 1999 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | Octavia | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
