2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 778 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Punto | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |