2001 Tata Indica vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, both 2001 Tata Indica and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 315 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 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Tata | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Indica | 146 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |