2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 156 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
