2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2003 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Indigo weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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 Panda (255 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2003 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
