2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Tata Indica

To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 5 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, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Corsa 2012 Tata Indica
Make Opel Tata
Model Corsa Indica
Year Released 2007 2012
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 85 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 150 km/hour 160 km/hour
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 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 37 L


 

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