2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 156 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
