1987 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Fiat 126 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 1987 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 126 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
