2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Corsa | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
