2007 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Tata | Fiat |
Model | Indica | Panda |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |