2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | Spider | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |