2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2003 Tata Indica | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Palio | Indica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 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 | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |