1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Tipo | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
