1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Tempra | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
