1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Uno | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
