2001 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Tata Indica (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Tata | Fiat |
| Model | Indica | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
