2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | 500 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
