2005 Fiat Albea vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 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. 2005 Fiat Albea weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica.
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, 1998 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Albea | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Albea | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
