1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2003 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2003 Tata Indigo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Indigo (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 Tata Indigo.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 2003 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 1400 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
