1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
