2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indica weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2008 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Palio | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
