1963 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Tata Indica

To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline.

Because 1963 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1963 Fiat Berline (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Fiat Berline 2006 Tata Indica
Make Fiat Tata
Model Berline Indica
Year Released 1963 2006
Engine Size 2279 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 189 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm


 

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