1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Fiat 131 (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 131 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
