1988 Fiat Regata vs. 2003 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2003 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Indigo weights approximately 106 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 2003 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Regata | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
