2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indigo | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Tata | Fiat |
| Model | Indigo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
