1998 Fiat Brava vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava.
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 Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Brava | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Brava | Indica |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |