2001 Tata Indica vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 295 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Tata | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Indica | 146 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
