2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Indigo (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Indigo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2004 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
