1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 397 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 126 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
