2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Tata Indica | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Idea | Indica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |