1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Punto | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
