1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 600 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 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 Weight | 830 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
