1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica, 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, 2012 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 600 | Indica |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |