2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Punto | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
