2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto.

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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Punto 2009 Tata Indica
Make Fiat Tata
Model Punto Indica
Year Released 2006 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 37 L


 

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