1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Uno | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
