2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2001 Skoda Fabia and 2001 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2001 Tata Indica | |
Make | Skoda | Tata |
Model | Fabia | Indica |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |