2001 Opel Signum vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2001 Opel Signum and 2001 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Signum | 2001 Tata Indica | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Signum | Indica |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |