2009 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 608 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Tata | Opel |
| Model | Indica | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
