2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | 156 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
