1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 127 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
