2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 6 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Stilo | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
