1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 600 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
