1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 1500 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
