2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
