2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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, 2011 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Tata | Fiat |
| Model | Indigo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
