2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea 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, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Idea weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Tata | Fiat |
| Model | Indigo | Idea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 159 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 | 1140 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
