1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 2010 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Punto | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
