1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 131 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
